Roasted Halloumi with Caramelized Onion and Thyme
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite dishes to make when I want something impressive but don't want to fuss in the kitchen for hours. Roasted halloumi with caramelized onion and thyme comes together in just over half an hour, and the combination of salty, squeaky cheese with sweet, jammy onions is absolutely magical. Halloumi is wonderful because it has a high melting point, so it gets beautifully golden without falling apart, and it's also packed with protein to keep you satisfied. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity and affordability, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Fresh thyme and balsamic vinegar add depth without requiring any fancy techniques.
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Ingredients
- 400 ghalloumi cheese(cut into 1cm thick slices)
- 3large yellow onions(thinly sliced)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
- 3 sprigsfresh thyme
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 tablespoonhoney
- 1lemon(zest only)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Tip: Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and beautiful caramelization.
- 2
Add the sliced onions to the warm oil and stir to coat. Cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deeply golden and caramelized.
Tip: Don't rush this step - low and slow caramelization creates the sweetness you need.
- 3
Stir in the minced garlic and fresh thyme sprigs, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and honey, then season with half the salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
Tip: The residual heat will soften the garlic without burning it.
- 4
Pat the halloumi slices dry with paper towels and arrange them on a lined baking tray. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with remaining salt and pepper.
Tip: Dry halloumi creates a crispier exterior when roasted.
- 5
Roast the halloumi in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy and the cheese is warm but still holding its shape.
Tip: Watch carefully near the end - halloumi can brown quickly once it starts.
- 6
Transfer the roasted halloumi to a serving plate and top generously with the warm caramelized onions and thyme mixture. Sprinkle with fresh lemon zest before serving.
Tip: The lemon zest brightens the rich flavors of the caramelized onions and cheese.
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